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Susana Palacios

Colonial Manor Nursing Home
MCALLEN,TX
6
years of professional experience

Compassionate and detail-oriented Certified Nursing Assistant, skilled in monitoring vital signs and maintaining hygiene standards. Experienced in training new staff to uphold best practices in patient care and safety procedures.

Dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant with expertise in vital sign monitoring and personal hygiene support. Committed to enhancing patient well-being through compassionate care and effective team collaboration.

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

2 Years 3 Months
Colonial Manor Nursing Home | 05.2024 - Current
  • Monitored and recorded vital signs, ensuring accurate health assessments for nursing staff.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans for residents.
  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Trained new staff on best practices in resident care and safety procedures.?

Certified Nursing Assistant

6 Months
Hidalgo Nursing and Rehabilitation Center | 11.2023 - 05.2024
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and well-being.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.

Certified Nursing Assistant

2 Years 6 Months
Colonial Manor Nursing Home | 11.2020 - 05.2023
  • Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
  • Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
  • Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.

Skills

Collecting vital signs
Vital sign monitoring
Personal hygiene support
Feeding assistance
Wound care assistance
Clothing support
Nutritional support
Patient positioning

Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant

Colonial Manor Nursing Home
05.2024 - CurrentRead More

Certified Nursing Assistant

Hidalgo Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
11.2023 - 05.2024Read More

Certified Nursing Assistant

Colonial Manor Nursing Home
11.2020 - 05.2023Read More
Susana Palacios